Healthcare

passed both · Massachusetts · Senate Jun 26, 2025

S 2522: An Act strengthening health care protections in the Commonwealth

By Ms. Friedman, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2522) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Cindy F. Friedman, Andrea Joy Campbell, Attorney General , Joanne M. Comerford, Julian Cyr and other members of the General Court for legislation to strengthen health care protections in the Commonwealth. Health Care Financing.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill explicitly aims to strengthen healthcare protections, aligning with support indicators like protection and advancement.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Oct 20, 2025

H 1136: An Act improving the health insurance prior authorization process

By Representative Decker of Cambridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1136) of Marjorie C. Decker and others relative to the health insurance prior authorization process. Financial Services.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareImproves prior authorization process to reduce administrative barriers and enhance patient access to health services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Mar 23, 2026

S 1230: An Act establishing medical civil rights

By Mr. O'Connor, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1230) of Patrick M. O'Connor for legislation to establish medical civil rights.The Judiciary.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes medical civil rights, protecting patient rights and access, aligning with healthcare support indicators like patient rights protection.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Jul 20, 2026

H 1405: An Act establishing Medicare for All in Massachusetts

By Representatives Sabadosa of Northampton and Scarsdale of Pepperell, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1405) of Lindsay N. Sabadosa, Margaret R. Scarsdale and others for legislation to provide equitable access to quality, affordable healthcare services by establishing Medicare for all persons in the Commonwealth. Health Care Financing.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes universal Medicare for all in MA, ensuring equitable access to quality, affordable healthcare - directly expands coverage and funding per summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Medicare

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 8, 2025

S 1404: An Act ensuring equitable access and care quality for masshealth recipients

By Mr. Keenan, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1404) of John F. Keenan for legislation to ensure equitable behavioral health access and care for Masshealth recipients. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill ensures equitable behavioral health access and care quality for MassHealth recipients, directly improving mental health service access for Medicaid beneficiaries.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health Substance Abuse

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 8, 2025

S 1379: An Act to provide more focused care to individuals suffering from mental health and substance related disabilities

By Mr. Brady, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1379) of Michael D. Brady for legislation to provide more focused care to individuals suffering from mental health and substance related disabilities. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill explicitly aims to improve mental health and substance use care services, directly advancing patient access and treatment options in healthcare.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health Substance Abuse

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in committee · Massachusetts · House Jun 17, 2026

H 4666: An Act expanding loan repayment assistance for primary care physicians working in integrated primary and behavioral health care settings

This bill creates a new state-funded trust fund to help primary care physicians repay student loans. It targets doctors working in integrated primary and behavioral health settings - where physical and mental health care are combined - in underserved communities. To qualify, physicians must have student debt, work with significant public insurance patients, not use other state loan programs, and agree to a 4-year service commitment. The program prioritizes culturally diverse providers and requires annual reports tracking applications, grants awarded, and funding amounts.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates state-funded trust fund for physician loan repayment, increasing public service funding allocation in underserved healthcare settings.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareCreates state trust fund to repay physicians' loans in integrated health settings serving underserved communities, directly advancing healthcare access and provider support.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Primary Care

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passed · Massachusetts · House Apr 16, 2026

H 1392: An Act to preserve and protect public health

By Representative Moran of Lawrence, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1392) of Frank A. Moran relative to vaccine administration reimbursement rates for Medicaid. Health Care Financing.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill increases Medicaid reimbursement rates for vaccine administration, directly strengthening public health program funding and access to preventive care services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Medicaid Public Health

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Nov 26, 2025

S 169: An Act relative to health care quality for children and youth

This bill requires the state to establish health care quality standards for children and youth in state custody, specifically those in Department of Youth Services facilities. It directly affects minors under state care in residential programs or group homes. The key provision mandates that health care services meet defined quality benchmarks, including regular health screenings and mental health support. The law aims to ensure consistent, high-quality medical and psychological care for this vulnerable population.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates quality health standards including mental health support and regular screenings for minors in state custody, advancing healthcare access and quality for vulnerable youth.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Children's Health

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